Cannabis use and Safety
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What are synthetic cannabinoids?
Synthetic cannabinoids are artificial cannabinoids that are chemically produced and may be dangerous.
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What is the difference between cannabis products and CBD products?
Cannabis products and CBD products grown from hemp are legal in Connecticut. While they can both be found in the cannabis plant, there are important differences including how they may affect you, how they are regulated and who can buy them.
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Are there packaging or labeling standards for manufacturer hemp products, including CBD?
Manufacturer hemp products that are considered high-THC hemp products are considered cannabis and subject to all cannabis laws and policies and procedures
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Talking to Patients About Cannabis Use
Now that cannabis, or marijuana, is available for retail sale in Connecticut, you may find more of your patients consuming cannabis and cannabis products. It’s important to talk with patients about cannabis use so they’re aware of the risks and how it may impact their health.
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Using Cannabis Responsibly
People over the age of 21 can now buy and use cannabis in Connecticut. There may be health risks associated with cannabis, especially for children. If you choose to use cannabis, it’s important to do so responsibly.
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Talking to Your Healthcare Provider About Cannabis Use
Whether you have used cannabis before or are thinking about trying it for the first time, you might have questions about how cannabis can impact your health.
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Is there a testing standard for levels of cannabis like there is for blood alcohol levels?
No.
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What are the advantages of buying cannabis from a licensed establishment?
Buying cannabis and cannabis products from a licensed cannabis establishment allows adults 21 and older to purchase products that meet health and safety guidelines.
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What is the difference between the Medical Marijuana Program and the Adult-Use Cannabis Program?
Connecticut has both a Medical Marijuana Program and an Adult-Use Cannabis Program. Learn about the differences between the two markets.
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Where can I download free cannabis education materials?
Free to use posters, social media graphics and educational videos
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How to Safely Store Cannabis in Your Home
A safe storage plan can help lower the risk of accidental ingestion.
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How to Safely Dispose of Cannabis and Cannabis Products
It’s important to know how to safely dispose of cannabis, cannabis products and cannabis waste. These items may contain high levels of THC and can be dangerous to both children and animals if ingested.
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Recognizing Accidental Cannabis Ingestion
Accidental ingestion occurs when a person or animal eats, swallows or otherwise takes cannabis into their body, usually without knowing what it is. It’s important to know the signs of cannabis ingestion so you can get help or treatment, if necessary.
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Can my employer prohibit me from consuming cannabis products outside of work?
Beginning July 1, 2022, non-exempt employers may not prohibit the off work use of cannabis or take adverse action against a non-exempt employee or a potential employee for a positive THC test unless the employer has adopted a policy that states otherwise.
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How does the law keep our roads safe?
While there is no test for cannabis impairment like the breathalyzer that police use for alcohol, impairment can still be recognized via driver behavior on the road and through sobriety tests.
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When will retail sales of cannabis begin?
The supply chain must be entirely licensed before sales can begin, including stores, testing labs, and growers, and there must be enough growing capacity to supply the retail market. The Governor has directed each state agency to work to implement the law quickly and responsibly.
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